Theo Walcott has to start producing on the field for Arsenal, says Harry Redknapp

Theo Walcott needs to stop worrying about a new contract and start proving his potential "now", Harry Redknapp has said.

The former West Ham and Tottenham manager said that the 26-year-old striker, who returned from over a year off with injury in January, needs to start producing if he wants to live up to his potential.

Posting on his Kicca page Redknapp said: “I keep reading about new contracts, this that and the other, what he has to do is start producing on the field. We need Walcott to show us now and realise that great potential that he’s got… He can score, he’s quick as lightning, let’s see him really get on and have a great season for Arsenal.”

Redknapp did praise the FA Cup-winning side, adding: “I like Arsenal, I like the way they play, their football has been really enjoyable to watch and it’s been exciting… next year with one or two signings they could be right there.”